Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Career and Technical Studies (BSCTS)
is a versatile program that can be applied to a variety of
disciplines. The degree can serve as a springboard to a master’s
degree or as a career ladder into many professions.
“The flexibility of the classes allowed me to continue to work
and learn skills that were applicable to my job. I was able to
apply content I learned in class and the mentorship from
instructors directly to my career and my life.” – Jon Wedding,
Career and Technical Studies graduate
This program uses instructional techniques suited to adult
learners, including real world instruction and personalized
academic advising. We also offer networking opportunities and
accelerated programming.
The BSCTS program is offered through a partnership between the
College of Continuing Education and the College of Education at
Sacramento State.
Benefits
This degree program provides students with:
- academic credibility
- professional status
- pay scale mobility
- enhancement of job training skills
- the opportunity to teach and train others about their life’s
work
- a stepping stone into a graduate program
- a bachelor’s degree for entry into multiple subjects
(elementary) teaching credential program
Career Possibilities
Students are encouraged to find the career path that is the best
fit for them. Past BSCTS graduates have followed their paths to
become:
- teachers in regional occupation programs, private
post-secondary institutions, community colleges, correctional
facilities and adult schools
- trainers and facilitators in public or private industry
- school and career counselors
- human resource recruiters and placement personnel
- mediators or labor relations specialists
- educational administrators
- school-to-work coordinators
- learning specialists
- administrators, managers and supervisors in public or private
industry
- small business owners and entrepreneurs
- consultants in business, industry and education
Experienced Faculty
Our faculty members have extensive experience in career technical
education and include leaders in this field. All faculty have
backgrounds working in career and technical education programs.
Audience
This program provides training for those who wish to facilitate
the development of the emerging workforce in both traditional and
non-traditional settings.
If you are currently a resident of another state, please ensure
that your state or territory is on the approved list for
Out-of-State Authorizations for Distance and Online
Education.
Structure
The BSCTS Program requires that students have seven years,
full-time, paid work experience in a career
technical/educational/business field (or five years, full-time,
paid work experience and an associate’s degree in that field).
Admission to Sacramento State is required for this program.
Candidates must complete general education and graduation
requirements for Sacramento State and the Career and Technical
Studies major.
All coursework taken in the BSCTS major is upper division
semester units. Students receive letter grades, A-F, for most
courses. Students receiving the bachelor’s degree will
participate in graduation ceremonies and receive their degree
from California State University, Sacramento.
This program is delivered completely online. If you live
outside of California, click here to determine if Sacramento
State has secured authorization or exemption to enroll students
from other states in its online programs.
Advising and Student Services
Academic advising and student support is critical to success in
the BSCTS program and the program staff is committed to making
success possible for each student. As a returning adult student,
it can be daunting to find your way through the CSU system and
the BSCTS staff is here to make that transition as smooth as
possible.
The program offers personalized academic advising to guide
students as they complete their bachelor’s degree at Sacramento
State. It is important to stay current with your academic
advising sessions and the BSCTS staff recommends scheduling an
appointment once per semester. The BSCTS staff also offers
assistance and acts as facilitators with other university
departments such as Admissions & Records.
Licensure/Credentialing
Admission into programs leading to licensure and credentialing
does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or
credential. Licensure and credentialing requirements are set
by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the CSU
and requirements can change at any time.
For example, licensure or credentialing requirements can include
evidence of the right to work in the United States (e.g., social
security number or tax payer identification number) or
successfully passing a criminal background check. Students
are responsible for determining whether they can meet licensure
or credentialing requirements. The CSU will not refund
tuition, fees, or any associated costs to students who
determine subsequent to admission that they cannot meet licensure
or credentialing requirements.
Information concerning licensure and credentialing requirements
are available from Nicole Baptista, 3000 State University Drive,
Sacramento, California 95819, or by phone at (916) 278-6007.
